Self-directed, enthusiastic educator with a passionate commitment to student development and the learning experience. Skilled in the design of challenging, enriching, and innovative activities that address the diverse interests and needs of students. Possess outstanding communication skills; present information in a variety of ways, emphasizing relevance of class material to the world beyond the classroom. Active team member who effectively collaborates with all levels of staff members and establishes quality relationships with students. Experience in: Curriculum Design & Development Differentiated Instruction Cooperative Learning Student Motivation Interactive Learning Instructional Technology & Design Classroom Management Student-Centered Learning Multicultural Awareness Student Assessment Whole Group Learning Blended Learning
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Middle School Mathematics 4-8, 2013-Present, T.E.A.C.H. Alternative Certification Program, State of Texas Board Certification, Austin, Texas
Master of Education in Instructional Technology and Design, 2004, McNeese State University, Lake Charles, Louisiana
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major: Management, 1999, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Louisiana
TEACHING EXPERIENCE CEDARS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY, Austin, Texas 2014 Middle School Mathematics Student Teacher Worked with a culturally and socio-economically diverse, various ability-level group of 6 th , 7 th and 8 th grade students using a curriculum complemented with a computer based learning component. Incorporated motivational incentives to instill confidence and encourage student achievement through designated Projects. Incorporated constructivism philosophy of teaching into classroom by implementing various student- centered learning methodologies. Significantly enhanced the class environment by acting as facilitator to promote student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities. Integrate technology into curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students word process and researching skills.
REMINGTON COLLEGE, Colorado Springs, CO 2010-2012 Instructor of Career Development/Career Services Director Manage classroom coverage of college students; all responsibilities of classroom, including professional development, communications with students, assessments of students, and staff meetings. Collaborate with professors to design curriculum and lesson plans; perform basic administrative duties such as recording attendance and organizing student portfolios, provide individual assistance to students as needed.
MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY, Lake Charles, LA 2005-2009 Instructor of Teacher Education/Program Coordinator Managed classroom coverage of college students; all responsibilities of classroom, including professional development, communications with students, assessments of students, and staff meetings. Collaborated with professors and deans to design curriculum and face-to-face and online lesson plans; performed basic administrative duties such as recording attendance and organizing student portfolios, provided individual assistance to students as needed. Incorporated constructivism philosophy of teaching into classroom by implementing various student- centered learning methodologies, significantly enhanced the class environment by acting as facilitator to promote student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities. Integrated technology into curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students word process and researching skills. Utilize Internet for resources on current events, history, and literature to complement learning activities. Launched the Louisiana Academy for Innovative Teaching and Learning Program to increase technology, reading, writing and mathematics proficiency amongst students and encourage expression of ideas, held meetings to develop effective program wide techniques and inspire success in students, allowing students to enter college level courses with confidence. Collaborated with students to create a summer prep program that included preparatory courses to help with the transition from high school to college curriculum with success.
LAKE CHARLES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, Lake Charles, LA 2006-2009 High School Mathematics Teacher/Career and College Advisor Worked with a culturally and socio-economically diverse, various ability-level group of 11 th and 12 th grade students using a high school curriculum (Calculus, Trigonometry), complemented with a computer based learning component. Collected meaningful data including pre/post assessments and a variety of formative assessments to chart student growth. Incorporated motivational incentives to instill confidence and encourage student achievement through designated Projects. Incorporate constructivism philosophy of teaching into classroom by implementing various student- centered learning methodologies, significantly enhanced the class environment by acting as facilitator to promote student leadership in initiating and creating positive learning opportunities. Integrate technology into curriculum, supplementing class lectures and developing students word process and researching skills. Communicated with parents on a regular basis.
OTHER TEACHING EXPERIENCE
SOWELA TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Lake Charles, LA 2002-2005 Adjunct Instructor of Accounting & Computer Technology
REMINGTON COLLEGE, Lafayette, LA 2001-2002 Instructor of Accounting & Computer Technology
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA AT LAFAYETTE, Lafayette, LA 2000 Federal TRiO Program: Upward Bound Program Computer & College Career Teacher